Learn and build on the basic principles of hand-building with clay. Projects may include: functional pots, sculpture, tiles and more. The projects will encourage freedom of expression, allowing students to personalize their piece while also nurturing the need to follow a process and value the structure inspired by successful ceramic projects. Functional pieces such as cups, plates and bowls will all be made from dishwasher and microwave safe materials, creating heirloom memories your family may enjoy for generations.
Learn and build on the basic principles of hand-building with clay. Projects may include: functional pots, sculpture, tiles and more. The projects will encourage freedom of expression, allowing students to personalize their piece while also nurturing the need to follow a process and value the structure inspired by successful ceramic projects. Functional pieces such as cups, plates and bowls will all be made from dishwasher and microwave safe materials, creating heirloom memories your family may enjoy for generations.
Monday - Classroom - 228: 11:00 am - 11:50 am
Wednesday - Classroom - 228: 11:00 am - 11:50 am
Description:
Upper Elementary English
Students in third, fourth, and fifth grades will work to improve their communication skills through oral and written communication. We will focus heavily on the Writing Process, the Traits of Writing, and practice these concepts through expository, persuasive, and narrative writing. Students will also learn to support their ideas through text evidence. Picture books will be used to illustrate the six traits of writing, as well as books on our great states of America when we tackle our persuasive writing piece. The novel Because of Winn-Dixie will be read during the second semester. Grammar and vocabulary will be woven throughout using the grammar workbook, Simple Solutions. *Fee note: Students re-enrolling for the second semester will pay a $15 supply fee vs $35 as your workbook was purchased the first semester. Fees will be adjusted after enrollment.
Requirements:
Bring a composition style notebook, pencils, pens, colored pencils, scissors.
Students will learn and practice multiplication and division through different methods including teaching, fun games, flash cards and math-based board games. Students will also play whole-body games in the gym.
Requirements:
Students should have a positive attitude, a willingness to ask questions and to play with others.
This class is for beginning, intermediate and advanced pottery wheel students. Students will be guided in wheel throwing techniques with the goal of making functional pieces for use in their homes and spaces. They will be encouraged to bring their own ideas to the classroom. Students will receive instruction in basic terminology of the ceramic’s studio pertaining to clay body, stages of clay, surface decorating techniques and the many curious and helpful tools potters use to create their own signature style. Teaching through lecture & demonstration, as well as 1:1 instruction will all be given in this course.
This class is for beginning, intermediate and advanced pottery wheel students. Students will be guided in wheel throwing techniques with the goal of making functional pieces for use in their homes and spaces. They will be encouraged to bring their own ideas to the classroom. Students will receive instruction in basic terminology of the ceramic’s studio pertaining to clay body, stages of clay, surface decorating techniques and the many curious and helpful tools potters use to create their own signature style. Teaching through lecture & demonstration, as well as 1:1 instruction will all be given in this course.
This class is for beginning and returning pottery wheel students. Students will be guided in wheel throwing techniques with the goal of making functional pieces for use in their homes and spaces. They will be encouraged to bring their own ideas to the classroom and will be given exciting demos. Students will also receive instruction in basic terminology of the ceramics studio pertaining to clay body, stages of clay becoming ceramics and the many curious and helpful tools potters use to create their own signature style. Teaching through lecture & demonstration, as well as 1:1 instruction will all be given in this course.
Come learn about the great states of the USA! In this class, students will learn the locations, capitals, postal abbreviations, and nicknames of all fifty states through a combination of workbook activities, map work, and a whole lot of games. This class includes weekly homework and quizzes in a low stress environment which makes it a good fit for students who will be progressing to more academic classes next year.
Requirements:
Students will have weekly homework to look up the capital, postal abbreviation, nickname, and a fun fact for the states. Access to the internet or a book on states will be needed to complete the assignments. The class workbook will be provided as part of the materials fee.
History is more than a sequence of dates; it is a tapestry of human experience, conflict, and innovation. In this course, we will explore the pivotal moments of the 20th century in the United States by immersing ourselves in the popular films and literature of each era. By moving through the 1900s at a pace of one decade per month, students will gain a visceral understanding of how the American spirit shifted through times of global war, economic depression, and cultural revolution.
Your student will learn historical context with comprehensive understanding of major turning points—including WWI, the Great Depression, WWII, the Cold War, and the Watergate scandal—and how they shaped modern America.
Students will also learn critical analysis by developing of the ability to analyze primary source documents alongside creative works (film and novels) to distinguish between historical fact and cultural narrative.
Finally, students will develop cultural literacy with appreciation for how the art, media, and literature of a time period reflect the fears, hopes, and values of the people living through it.
Inquiry-Based Learning: Practice in examining historical evidence firsthand rather than relying on a single textbook, fostering deeper curiosity and independent critical thinking.
Media Exploration: Students will engage with carefully selected films and novels that serve as "windows" into the 1900s.
Requirements:
Note to Parents:
Because this course relies on films and literature to explore complex historical events, I invite parents to take an active role in their child's experience. I will provide a reading/viewing list, and I ask that parents review it to ensure they align with your family's standards.
Like all core classes we’ll meet twice a week for the full year and have greater expectations of students, parents, and teachers. Parents will be required to attend the mandatory CORE Classes Parent Meeting immediately following Family Orientation.
This course is designed for those who want to learn the basics of how to properly clean and protect all types of vehicles; cars, trucks, RVs, boats, or airplanes for personal satisfaction, or as a small business. This course is mostly hands-on after a demonstration of each process. This course can be a lot of fun and very satisfying. Attention to detail and quality will be helpful.
Requirements:
14 years old and up. Wearing of safety glasses while in the shop. Ability to follow directions, especially safety instructions and rules. Wear clothing that can get dirty, including closed toe shoes. No flip flops.